How to Care for Dental Implants After Surgery?
Keep the area clean, eat soft foods, skip smoking, and turn up for your follow-ups. That’s implant aftercare in a sentence. The detail underneath it matters more than it sounds, because those first few weeks are when the bone decides whether to fuse around the...
Can You Get Dental Implants After 60?
Yes, you can get dental implants after 60. Age alone isn’t a barrier, since overall health and bone quality matter far more than the number itself. Studies show survival rates above 95% in patients over 65, comparable to younger adults. What actually decides the...
Can Diabetics Get Dental Implants Safely?
Yes, dental implants are safe and highly successful for diabetics, provided the condition is well managed. With stable blood sugar, success rates run between 90% and 95% on par with non-diabetic patients. Diabetes itself isn’t the barrier; how well it’s...
Mini vs Standard Implants: Which Is Better?
Neither implant type is universally better. The right choice depends on jawbone density, budget, and restoration needs. Standard implants offer superior long-term durability for single crowns and heavy bite forces. Mini implants work best for stabilising loose...Medically Reviewed by
Dr. Jaydev Matapathi
BDS, MDS (Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics)
MFD RCSI (UK), MFDS RCPS (Glasgow, UK)
Member Faculty of Dentistry — Royal College of Surgeons, Ireland
Member Faculty of Dental Surgery — Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, Glasgow Dual Super-Specialisation: Microscopic Endodontics & Smile Designing
Member Faculty of Dental Surgery — Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, Glasgow Dual Super-Specialisation: Microscopic Endodontics & Smile Designing